The ideal temperature for sleep is about 18°C (65°F). If you are too warm or too cold, you will not sleep well. Heavy blankets may be hampering your ability to sleep comfortably; try switching to a light comforter or duvet for warmth without heaviness.

4.Ah, that feels good.

Your pillow and mattress are as important as the bedroom temperature. The average lifespan of a mattress is about 9 years. When did you last change yours? Your pillow: Too soft? Too hard? Find one that gives your head and neck proper support.

5.Quiet, please.

If your living environment is a noisy one (traffic, neighbours, etc.), closing the windows and your bedroom door can help. Alternatively, consider ear plugs or a “white noise” or a sound machine, which can help to block out environmental noise you may not be able to control.

6.Don’t watch the clock.

If you must have one in the bedroom, turn it away from you or put it under the bed, so that you are not constantly checking the time. Watching the minutes tick away creates stress and anxiety.

7.Don’t share your bed with the family critters.

It doesn’t matter whether it’s Chloe, your 7-pound cat, or Murphy, your 70-pound dog. Chloe will want breakfast long before you do, and will let you know this in a loud and persistent fashion. And Murphy? He’ll turn around three times before lying down… on top of you, and make your bed too warm and crowded. You love your pets, so give them their own beds and don’t let them use yours.